ROAST AUDITIONS

The Comrades are seeking actors for the world premiere of Roast, a comedy written by Harry Wood and directed by Comrades Artistic Director Derek Bertelsen. For consideration, please submit headshot and resume as ONE PDF file: Last, First_HSR.pdf as well as your availability on February 16th to Casting Director, Alison Plott at comradeschicago@gmail.com.

About the show: Roast follows the friends and family of Sam, a talented young comedian who took his own life, as they fulfill his last request: to hold a roast of him instead of a traditional funeral. As each of the roasters has their turn on stage, they reflect on who Sam was, and what he meant to them. Throughout, the play asks an important question: when a loved one is lost, how does the world change in their absence? Roast by Harry Wood explores the deeply intertwined worlds of comedy and tragedy, humor and grief.

Character Type/Restrictions:Edward: Male Identifying, 50s-60s, any ethnicity but specifically interested in Black or Latinx actors. Sam and Alyssa's father. Not outwardly emotional but there is a deep well under the surface. An "everyman" type. Think the Dad from the Wonder Years, Tim Allen, Danny Glover, and Edward James Olmos.

Albert: Male Identifying, 40-50 or just younger and looks a little worse for wear, any ethnicityThe funeral home director and the evening's host. Starting to look like the clientele. Excellent comedic timing and adept at playing the "straight man." Think Steve Buscemi, Chris Elliott, and Orlando Jones.